Postgraduate taught 

Management with Human Resources MSc

International Human Resource Management MGT5032

  • Academic Session: 2025-26
  • School: Adam Smith Business School
  • Credits: 10
  • Level: Level 5 (SCQF level 11)
  • Typically Offered: Semester 2
  • Available to Visiting Students: No
  • Collaborative Online International Learning: No

Short Description

This course provides students with contemporary, research-informed knowledge regarding the implementation and impact of International Human Resource Management (IHRM) practices in global organisations. It examines the evolving challenges and strategies that influence HR practices across culturally diverse and dynamic business contexts. Students will have the opportunity to engage in activities that reflect real-world practices and participate in group work, collaborating formally with peers to co-develop solutions to an organisational problem.

Timetable

9 x 2 hours lectures

Excluded Courses

None

Assessment

Intended Learning Outcomes

Course Aims

■ To introduce relevant research related to the implementation and impact of International Human Resource Management (IHRM) practices in global organisations.

■ To explore the significance of adopting a strategic approach to IHRM and analyse how the structures and operating environments of global organisations influence the effectiveness of IHRM practices.

■ To familiarise students with the personal skills and competencies involved in effectively applying individual IHRM practices.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Course

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Analyse the impact of International Human Resource Management (IHRM) on organisational performance and explain the reasons for its growing significance.

2. Evaluate contemporary IHRM practices and discuss the debates surrounding their roles and impacts.

3. Critically appraise a strategic approach to IHRM and explain how organisational contexts shape the implementation and impact of IHRM practices.

4. Identify interdependencies within IHRM areas and assess the role of personal skills and process consultation in introducing new or revised IHRM practices.

5. Demonstrate capability to work in a team to synthesise knowledge and co-produce an evidence-based presentation.

Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits

The minimum requirement for the award of credits is the submission of at least 75% by weight of the course's summative assessment (including any examinations). Further requirements may include monitored attendance at classes and examinations. All such requirements shall be specified by the Subject concerned, and given to students in writing at the beginning of the course. Normally no grade or credits shall be awarded to a candidate who has not met these requirements.